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  • "Living Up To Religious Expectations.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 8,080 views

    Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen.

    Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen. Title: “Living up to religious expectations.” The Baptist, in prison, sends his ...read more

  • Living In Expectation Of Jesus' Return

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 10,570 views

    Whatever situation you are in – good, bad, or somewhere in between – you will only find what you’re looking for when you bring that situation to God.

    James 5:12-16 Oct. 3, 1999 Living in Expectation of the Return of Jesus Reacting to Life’s ups and downs Main Thought: Whatever situation you are in – good, bad, or somewhere in between – you will only find what you’re looking for when you bring that situation to God. INTRODUCTION The ...read more

  • Heavenly Provisions For High Expectations

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,396 views

    How do we reconcile the gulf between where God is demanding we be, and how far our own ability will get us. The answer for this is found in God’s word!

    “Heavenly Provision to meet High Expectations,” Text: Romans 1:16-17 Intro: Tonight I would like to bring you a message entitled “Heavenly Provision To Meet High Expectations.” I started out with a title simple called “Expectations,” but the more I worked on it, the more I realized that there is ...read more

  • What Are Your Expectations Of The Messiah?

    Contributed by Philip Gill on Feb 10, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,058 views

    If John the Baptist had to make sure Jesus was the Messiah it may well have been because there were several examples upon which the expected messiah could be modelled. What are our expectations of the Messiah?

    When John heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, "Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?" Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, ...read more

  • It's Not What I Expected

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001
    based on 354 ratings
     | 47,499 views

    This sermon deals with things not turning out in life as we had expected them to do by looking at John The Baptist.

    It’s Not What I Expected! 5/30/99 Psalm 77:1-12 Luke 1:47-80 Text Matthew 11:1-11 & Mark 6:14-29 Have you ever ordered something from a magazine or off TV and you thought, “boy it would be great to have one of those.” The price was right, so you sent off for it and when you opened the ...read more

  • How To Meet God's Expectations

    Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 18,472 views

    This sermon teaches us about the greatness of God’s kingdom and the high expectations that go along with it.

    WHAT DOES GOD EXPECT FROM ME? Matthew 13:31-33;44-50 July 14, 2002 Pastor Steve Dow INTRODUCTION: Too many Christians today take their religion too lightly. Commitment among Christians is at an all time low? The Bible commands us to give ten percent of our income to God and yet the average ...read more

  • Expect Death At The Birth Of The King

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 24, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,028 views

    how Jesus birth brought about the sword of Herod, and we can expect the same - a sermon for the minor festival of "the Holy Innocents: Martyrs"

    Jesus once said, “Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword.” (Matthew 10:34) The pictures we see of Christmas seem to portray the exact opposite. With Mary and Joseph gently hovering over a little baby in a manger, it’s a very ...read more

  • The King Is Returning Home With Expectations

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,174 views

    Jesus focuses on our expectations prior to His coming and at His coming

    November 7, 2004 Luke 19:11-27 While they were listening to this, he went on to tell them a parable, because he was near Jerusalem and the people thought that the kingdom of God was going to appear at once. He said: “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to have himself appointed ...read more

  • Waiting--The Place Of Expectation

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jan 14, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,358 views

    Our perspective on what it means to "wait" is characterized by passivity. God wants us to wait expectantly.

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! "Waiting--The Place of Expectation" Pastor Jerry C. ...read more

  • In The Darkest Hour Expect A Miracle

    Contributed by James May on Apr 24, 2005
    based on 61 ratings
     | 26,635 views

    Our God is a Deliverer! When the devil thinks he has won and the world thinks your done - that’s when God will deliver! Expect a miracle!

    IN THE DARKEST HOUR EXPECT A MIRACLE by Pastor Jim May What a wonderful God we serve. I can truly say that serving the Lord is a wonderful privilege. To be used by God, even in the very smallest of manner according to our opinion, is a great privilege indeed. Though most of the members of the ...read more

  • Patiently Expecting Christ's Return

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 4, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,369 views

    We are to patiently wait expecting Christ’s return soon

    SBC Philippi 9/2/05 pm Rev. Jeff Simms Patiently Waiting Christ’s Return James 5:7-11 Primary Purpose: We are to patiently wait and endure through life’s trials knowing that Christ’s return is soon. One of the careers that calls for much waiting and trusting in God is the farmer. If you think ...read more

  • What Did You Expect?

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 1, 2003
    based on 121 ratings
     | 14,996 views

    Who do you see, a Messiah or a carpenter?

    What Did You Expect? For most of us, the most powerful negative feeling we will ever experience is the feeling of rejection. People are rejected by their parents, children, spouses, co-workers, friends, peers, and even fellow church members! In our scripture for today, Jesus ...read more

  • When You Least Expect It

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Sep 11, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 8,466 views

    This message was preached during a memorial service surrounding the events of September 11, 2001.

    Introduction: Recently I looked up September 11 in reference book that highlighted important dates. The book, written in 1970, had many events and notes of interest for almost every day in the calendar. I was surprised to find that September 11 had no special significance recorded in that ...read more

  • What God Expects Of You

    Contributed by Royce Hendry on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,714 views

    A stewardship sermon on what God expects of us.

    Luke 19:11-27 WHAT GOD EXPECTS OF YOU INTRO: Little Cajun lady called the police with the complaint that a man next door was indecently exposing himself. Cops arrive. She brings them into her bathroom and said, "Would you look at that! A man indecently exposes himself." The officer looked out the ...read more

  • Great Excuses And Greater Expectations

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,906 views

    God expects our lives to be greattestaments to his love

    Great Excuses and Greater Expectations, Luke 14:15-24 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ July 14, 2002 I came across this list that could prove to be very helpful if you ever fall asleep at work. The following is a list of excuses you can use when caught sleeping at your desk. ...read more